Understanding Children and Adolescents

For those who don't have a psychology degree, it is often confusing to comprehend the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of a child or adolescent. This book balances research and applications related to a child's development and uniquely explains the importance of studying children.Rich with examples and applications, this book always emphasizes the more practical uses of the knowledge related to the study of children. Topics include: theories of child development, methods of studying children, genetics, the neonate, physical development, and much more.